TONI is Portrait Coffee's tribute to literary icon Toni Morrison—a coffee as bold and unapologetic as its namesake. Sourced from Brazil's Cerrado Mineiro DO at 1100 meters, this naturally processed Catuai showcases everything we love about Brazilian coffee: unabashed chocolate sweetness, rich nutty undertones, and a syrupy body that lingers long after the cup is empty.
Tasting Notes
Chocolate takes center stage here—think dark cocoa powder and milk chocolate, with roasted almond and hazelnut providing structure. Subtle fruit notes (dried cherry, raisin) add complexity without stealing the spotlight. The body is big and sticky, coating your palate with viscous sweetness. Low acidity keeps things smooth and approachable, while the finish is long and satisfying, leaving traces of cocoa and caramelized sugar.
Brew Methods
TONI is a versatile performer. As espresso, it delivers classic chocolate-forward shots with creamy texture—ideal for straight pulls or milk drinks where you want the coffee to punch through. In a French press, the full immersion amplifies that syrupy body and nutty character. Pour over (V60, Kalita) brings clarity to the fruit notes while maintaining chocolate sweetness. Cold brew transforms TONI into a dessert-like concentrate with intensified chocolate and almond flavors.
About the Roaster
Portrait Coffee, based in Atlanta, builds relationships directly with producers and roasts with intention, honoring both the coffee and the stories behind it. Each offering is named for influential figures who've shaped culture and conversation.
Our team at Clive can help dial in grinder settings for espresso or recommend the right brewer to bring out TONI's chocolate-forward profile. Whether you're pulling shots on a Decent or brewing manual, we're here to help you get the most from every bag.